1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Panda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
